WASHINGTON (RTWNews) — President Donald Trump announced on Saturday his decision to deploy troops to Portland, Oregon, declaring it necessary to confront what he describes as 'domestic terrorists' amid escalating protests. Trump shared the announcement via social media, asserting that he has instructed the Department of Defense to provide all necessary troops to safeguard federal facilities in the city.
The President has labeled the ongoing protests as violent acts attributable to Antifa and other groups, claiming they are 'under siege.' His remarks followed a series of violent clashes at the ICE facility in Portland, where some federal agents were injured and protesters charged with assault. Trump expressed that the facility's security is paramount, stating that 'we're going to do a pretty big number on those people.'
This announcement comes amid broader efforts to address protests across the United States. Earlier, Trump sent the National Guard to cities such as Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., as part of what he claims is a necessary push against societal unrest fueled by the radical left.
Portland's mayor, Keith Wilson, responded critically, asserting that he has neither requested nor requires federal military assistance. He emphasized that Portland has been managing its own issues regarding peaceful expression alongside minor violence. Previous comments from Trump describe navigating life in Portland as akin to 'living in hell.'
